Train Cologne Nantes
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How many trains run from Cologne to Nantes each day?
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To leave Cologne, which station(s) can I depart from?
At Nantes, which station(s) will I arrive at?
Which train companies operate trains from Cologne to Nantes?
What services are offered on board?
On board TGV INOUI we always go further for your comfort: renovated carriages, power outlets, Wi-Fi… Everything is designed so that you have a pleasant journey. The on-board team will make your journey a moment of relaxation and well-being.
If you feel a little hungry, enjoy access to the bar carriage, where you can choose from a wide selection of hot or cold drinks as well as savoury or sweet dishes and snacks. What would you like today?
Take a train from Cologne to Nantes
The train journey between Cologne and Nantes is with Deutsche Bahn (DB), DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation, TGV INOUI, Eurostar, TGV INOUI Brussels. Trains generally leave from KOLN/BONN FLUGHAFEN, KOLN HBF and arrive at NANTES.
Journey times vary according to the time you travel, the train you take and if you need to change trains. The shortest journeys take 8h 00m, while the average journey time is 8h 42m.
10 trains on average run every day on the Cologne - Nantes line. The first train leaves as 3h 32m, and the last at 15h 54m. These times may vary depending on the day of the week.
The cost of a Cologne - Nantes train fare varies according to several criteria, such as the date, train time, or the class chosen...
How to buy a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Nantes?
Price of a Cologne – Nantes Train Ticket
For a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Nantes, we recommend exploring the many options available on SNCF Connect: SNCF cards and subscriptions (Cartes Avantage, Carte Liberté, weekly or monthly subscriptions, MAX subscriptions), Prem's tickets, (TGV INOUI, INTERCITÉS), & Interrail Pass. Some discounts only apply when you book a return journey from Cologne to Nantes with your discount card or subscription. Depending on the rail operator, you can also choose between different travel classes to go from Cologne to Nantes at the best price.
Promotional Fare for Cologne – Nantes
We may offer occasional promotions or flash sales on train tickets from Cologne to Nantes throughout the year. Discover the current SNCF Connect Deals and feel free to subscribe to our newsletter to receive promotional offers. Notifications in the app also let you know as soon as new deals become available on our website.
Last-minute Cologne – Nantes Train
On SNCF Connect, you can book your last-minute Cologne to Nantes ticket and compare prices quickly. You can also plan and buy your train ticket several months in advance if you wish to take advantage of the best fares. During the sales events held several times per year, tickets are released for trains running months later. Depending on the rail operator and the train’s travel date, our service options allow you to reserve your seats at the current fare, hold that price for a certain period, and pay for your seats at that rate before the opportunity expires.
Direct train from Cologne to Nantes and alternative routes
On some journeys, direct services exist as well as services with connections. When booking your ticket to Nantes on SNCF Connect, the label "Direct" or "Connection" is displayed under the timetable for each service. This is also where you can compare the prices of trains, whether they are direct or not. For certain journeys, we display alternative routes and departures/arrivals from nearby stations, making it easier to compare prices and schedules.
Companies serving Cologne - Nantes
Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Travel from Cologne to Nantes on board Deutsche Bahn (DB) trains and enjoy a reliable and comfortable journey. Deutsche Bahn is Germany’s national rail operator and offers an extensive rail network covering the entire country, allowing you to travel efficiently between cities. It operates high-speed, long-distance and regional trains, all of which can now be booked on the SNCF Connect website and app.
Classes of rail companies serving Cologne - Nantes
Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Travel from Cologne to Nantes by train with Deutsche Bahn. Depending on your journey and the train selected, travel in 1st or 2nd class on high-speed InterCity Express (ICE) trains, national InterCity (IC) and EuroCity (EC) services, or the regional network. The latter includes InterRegio-Express (IRE) for fast interregional connections, Regional-Express (RE) for direct routes between cities, and Regionalbahn (RB) for stopping services to all local stations. Your Deutsche Bahn ticket Cologne - Nantes guarantees a comfortable journey across Germany and its neighbouring countries.
All on-board services provided by companies operating Cologne - Nantes
Deutsche Bahn (DB)
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